NZ vs BAN Dream11 Prediction 1st T20I, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Predicted Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates

New Zealand have dominated Bangladesh in their previous matches.

By CricTracker Staff

Updated - 27 Dec 2023, 08:52 IST

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Preview

Get ready for an electrifying clash as New Zealand (NZ) faces Bangladesh (BAN) in the 1st T20I of the Bangladesh tour of New Zealand 2023, all set to ignite McLean Park in Napier. This series is a riveting clash between New Zealand and Bangladesh, with the hosts holding a lead in their head-to-head encounters.

New Zealand enters this T20I after a competitive series against England, where they managed to secure a thrilling victory. In an encounter where England posted 175 runs for the loss of eight wickets in 20 overs, New Zealand showcased their prowess by chasing down the target in just 17 overs for the loss of four wickets. Tim Seifert's impressive knock of 48 runs anchored their chase, supported by a noteworthy bowling performance from Mitchell Santner with three wickets and Ish Sodhi's contribution of two crucial wickets.

Bangladesh, coming off a significant T20I win against Pakistan in the Asian Games, displayed resilience and dominance. In a rain-affected match, Bangladesh efficiently chased down the revised target set by Pakistan, scoring 48 runs for the loss of four wickets in five overs. Afif Hossain's stability at the crease, along with Yasir Ali's aggressive 34 runs, was instrumental in Bangladesh's successful chase, supported by Rakibul Hasan's crucial wicket.

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Match Information

New Zealand vs Bangladesh, 1st T20I

Bangladesh tour of New Zealand, 27 Dec 2023, Wed, 11:40 AM IST ,McLean Park, Napier

Live Stream

Amazon Prime Video India

Weather Report

McLean Park, Napier

Rain

11.7°C

88% (Humidity)

Team Form (Last 5 matches)

New Zealand

L
W
W
W
L

Bangladesh

W
L
L
W
L

Players Stats in current Series

1

Will Young

NZ - bat

220 Runs

3 Matches

2

48 Runs

1 Match

3

Soumya Sarkar

BAN - bat

173 Runs

3 Matches

4

Litton Das

BAN - wk

42 Runs

1 Match

5

Tom Latham

NZ - wk

147 Runs

3 Matches

23 Runs

1 Match

1

Rishad Hossain

BAN - bowl

150.00

2 Matches

2

165.52

1 Match

3

Afif Hossain

BAN - bat

135.71

1 Match

4

Soumya Sarkar

BAN - bat

146.67

1 Match

118.18

2 Matches

6

Rony Talukdar

BAN - bat

142.86

1 Match

1

Shoriful Islam

BAN - bowl

6 Wkts

3 Matches

2

Shoriful Islam

BAN - bowl

3 Wkts

1 Match

3

William O’Rourke

NZ - bowl

5 Wkts

3 Matches

4

Mahedi Hasan

BAN - all

2 Wkts

1 Match

5

Jacob Duffy

NZ - bowl

4 Wkts

3 Matches

2 Wkts

1 Match

1

Shoriful Islam

BAN - bowl

4.50

3 Matches

2

Mahedi Hasan

BAN - all

3.50

1 Match

5.00

2 Matches

3.75

1 Match

5

Jacob Duffy

NZ - bowl

5.57

3 Matches

6

Tim Southee

NZ - bowl

4.00

1 Match

Probable Playing XI

New Zealand

Finn Allen, Rachin Ravindra, DJ Mitchell, MS Chapman, Tim Seifert (wk), Glenn Phillips, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner (C), Tim Southee, JA Duffy, AF Milne

Bench : Tom Latham, Tom Blundell, WA Young, HM Nicholls, William O’Rourke, JA Clarkson, KA Jamieson, Adithya Ashok, Ish Sodhi, Ben Sears, Kane Williamson

Bangladesh

Liton Das (wk), Nazmul Hossain Shanto (C), Soumya Sarkar, Towhid Hridoy, Rony Talukdar, Afif Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman, Hasan Mahmud, Tanzim Hasan Sakib

Bench : Anamul Haque Enam, Mushfiqur Rahim, Tanzid Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Rakibul Hasan, Mahedi Hasan, Tanvir Islam, Shamim Hossain

Injury and availability news

Kane Williamson and Kyle Jamieson are ruled out of this series due to knee and hamstring issues.

Pitch Report

The pitch at McLean Park is anticipated to favor batters, providing good support for pacers, thereby making chasing the preferred strategy in this crucial encounter.

70%

Pace Bowling

30%

Spin Bowling

70%

Batting Pitch

150

Average Score

30%

Bowling Pitch

Player Picks

7
C

Rachin Ravindra NZ | ALL

Known for his dynamic style, Ravindra's recent tally of 145 runs and 11 wickets in T20Is highlights his consistent all-round contributions, making him a crucial asset for New Zealand. His versatility and ability to step up in pressure situations bode well for the team's success in the upcoming matches.

6.5
C

Mitchell Santner NZ | ALL

Santner's dual role as a spinner and a handy middle-order batter is evident in his stats of 569 runs and 100 wickets in T20Is. His ability to turn the ball and pick up crucial wickets, combined with his batting prowess, adds depth to the New Zealand squad.

8.5
C

Daryl Mitchell NZ | ALL

Mitchell's consistent performances with 1069 runs and eight wickets in T20Is underline his reliability as an all-rounder. His ability to adapt to various match scenarios, coupled with his knack for making crucial breakthroughs, solidifies his role as a game-changer for New Zealand.

8

Mehidy Hasan Miraz BAN | ALL

Miraz's all-round abilities, with 248 runs and 13 wickets in T20Is, signify his crucial role in Bangladesh's squad. His capability to contribute significantly with both bat and ball adds depth and balance to the team's lineup.

7

Litton Das BAN | WK

As a dependable top-order batter, Das's remarkable tally of 1670 runs in T20Is highlights his ability to anchor the innings and build crucial partnerships for Bangladesh. His consistency in scoring runs makes him a player to watch out for.

8.5

Tim Southee NZ | BOWL

Southee's experience and skill as a right-arm fast bowler with 144 wickets in T20Is make him a linchpin in New Zealand's bowling attack. His consistency in delivering breakthroughs at critical junctures of the game is a vital asset for the team's success.

8

Finn Allen NZ | BAT

With an impressive 739 runs in T20Is, Allen's capability as a top-order batter shines through. His knack for setting the tone at the beginning of the innings and his ability to capitalize on powerplay overs make him a key figure in New Zealand's batting lineup.

7.5

Shoriful Islam BAN | BOWL

Islam's pace and ability to take 34 wickets in T20Is showcase his effectiveness as a left-arm fast bowler. His knack for extracting early breakthroughs and creating pressure on opponents gives Bangladesh an edge in the bowling department.

8.5

Soumya Sarkar BAN | BAT

Sarkar's dual skills as a batter and a bowler, evident in his stats of 1212 runs and 11 wickets in T20Is, make him a versatile asset for Bangladesh. His ability to contribute in multiple facets of the game makes him a valuable player in various match situations.

Avoid Having These Players In Your Fantasy Sports Team

7.5

Mark Chapman

NZ | ALL

His batting performance has been unimpressive in the last few matches, so he can be avoided in your fantasy team.

6.5

Rony Talukdar

BAN | BAT

His strike rate has been unimpressive in the last few matches, so he can be avoided in your fantasy team.

Last Updated On - Dec 27 2023 8:52 AM

Players
11/11

Team 1

NZ

7 : 4

BAN

Credits Left
15.5/100

Head To Head
Litton Das

7

Finn Allen

8

Nazmul Hossain Shanto

7.5

Glenn Phillips

8

Daryl Mitchell

8.5

Rachin Ravindra
C

7

Mehidy Hasan Miraz
VC

8

Mitchell Santner

6.5

Ish Sodhi

8

Adam Milne

8.5

Shoriful Islam

7.5

Players
11/11

Team 1

NZ

6 : 5

BAN

Credits Left
15/100

Grand League
Litton Das
VC

7

Finn Allen

8

Nazmul Hossain Shanto

7.5

Daryl Mitchell

8.5

Rachin Ravindra

7

Mehidy Hasan Miraz

8

Soumya Sarkar

8.5

Mitchell Santner
C

6.5

Jacob Duffy

8

Shoriful Islam

7.5

Tim Southee

8.5

Players
11/11

Team 1

NZ

7 : 4

BAN

Credits Left
14/100

Mega League
Litton Das

7

Finn Allen

8

Daryl Mitchell
C

8.5

Rachin Ravindra

7

Mehidy Hasan Miraz

8

Soumya Sarkar

8.5

James Neesham

8

Mitchell Santner

6.5

Adam Milne

8.5

Shoriful Islam

7.5

Tim Southee
VC

8.5

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Players
11/11

Team 1

NZ

7 : 4

BAN

Credits Left
14/100

CricTracker Special
Litton Das

7

Finn Allen

8

Daryl Mitchell
C

8.5

Rachin Ravindra

7

Mehidy Hasan Miraz

8

Soumya Sarkar

8.5

James Neesham

8

Mitchell Santner

6.5

Adam Milne

8.5

Shoriful Islam

7.5

Tim Southee
VC

8.5

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